Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.
12-month temporary opportunity supporting a key transformation project
Work from our Sydney, Newcastle or Orange office
Salary from $116,981 to $129,492, plus superannuation (Clerk Grade 7/8), based on experience
What's in it for you?
You'll join a fast-paced, collaborative team with a strong focus on innovation and varied, meaningful work. We support
flexible ways
of working
and prioritise
work-life balance
and wellbeing through initiatives such as flex leave and access to support programs. You'll be part of a
diverse and inclusive workplace
where you feel welcome, respected and empowered to succeed.
The role
This varied role works across
business-as-usual recruitment, organisational change programs and high-profile projects
. You'll support a broad range of client groups, occupations and workforce challenges.
As a
Talent Acquisition Specialist
, you'll take ownership of end-to-end recruitment, supporting fair, capability-based hiring in a fast-paced project environment. You'll also work across our broader recruitment portfolio and partner with key client groups.
You'll use contemporary tools, targeted sourcing strategies and practical advice to help hiring managers make confident decisions and support internal and external candidates throughout the process. By building robust relationships with candidates, managers and external partners, you'll help create a smooth, transparent and compliant recruitment experience.
You'll work flexibly across divisions with different needs while keeping pace with evolving recruitment practice. Staying adaptable, using data to improve our approach and helping managers follow consistent, compliant processes will be central to your success. Whether you're managing talent pools,



refining reporting, supporting an interview or finding better ways of working, you'll help make recruitment simpler and more positive for everyone involved.
For more information read the full Role Description: Talent Acquisition Specialist Role Description
What you will bring to the role
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and bring diverse groups together to achieve shared outcomes.
A collaborative approach, with the confidence to keep work moving while involving stakeholders and building shared commitment.
The ability to guide and support hiring managers through capability-based recruitment so they can make fair, informed decisions aligned with GSE requirements.
An analytical mindset, using recruitment data, reporting tools and insights to improve processes, identify trends and make evidence-based recommendations.
Experience managing multiple recruitment processes at once while maintaining accuracy, transparency and compliance across high-volume, end-to-end campaigns.
A proactive approach to building relationships across government agencies, external partners and internal teams to strengthen talent pipelines and promote DPHI as an employer of choice.
Key knowledge and experience
Demonstrated recruitment experience using an applicant tracking system (ATS); experience with PageUp is highly desirable. However not required as we'll support you'll learning




A sound understanding of the GSE Rules is highly desirable.
Microsoft Excel skills are desirable.
About us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability.
Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.
To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian work visa for the duration of the appointment.
Applications close Tuesday, 18 August **** at 11:55pm. For more information about the role, contact Nikki Hayes, Manager Talent Acquisition, at ******.
PageUp is introducing two-factor authentication (2FA) to strengthen account security. Follow the step-by-step guide here. If you need help, call ************** and select HR Support (option 2), then DPHI People Advisory (option 1).
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📌 Talent Acquisition Specialist (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales